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Home My WebLink About051805 CC Budget Workshop Minutes I I 11 MINUTES OF A BUDGET WORKSHOP MEETING OF THE TEMECULA CITY COUNCIL MAY 18, 2005 The City Council convened in a budget workshop meeting at 1:01 P.M., on Thursday, May 18, 2005, in the City Council Chambers of Temecula City Hall, 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula, California. There were no Closed Session items. Present: Councilmembers: Edwards, Naggar, Roberts, Washington, Comerchero Absent: Councilmember: None FLAG SALUTE The flag ceremony was presented by Councilman Washington. PUBLIC COMMENTS No comments. CITY COUNCIL REPORTS A. Mayor Comerchero advised that Councilwoman Edwards has been appointed to the Human Development Steering Committee for the National League of Cities, noting that the City has three Councilmembers on Steering Committees for the National League. COUNCIL/DISTRICT/AGENCY BUSINESS 1 Review of the FY 2005-06 Proposed Operatina Budaet RECOMMENDATION: 1.1 Review and discuss the FY 2005-06 Proposed Operating Budget and provide direction to staff as appropriate. By way of a PowerPoint presentation, City Manager Nelson reviewed the proposed Operating Budget, highlighting main components such as the following: . Total proposed revenues o 8.1 % increase $56,459,814 . Total proposed expenditures o 8.5% increase $56,314,568 · Fund Balance Designated for Economic Uncertainty o Increase Undesignated Reserve Fund from $10 million to $11.26 million . 20% in General Fund Reserve . $2.2 million for Retiree Health Benefits . Public Safety o $3.44 million increase R:IMinutesl051805 1 I I I o fourteen additional sworn officers, exceeding the City's one sworn officer to every 1,000 residents ratio (1 :1,000) - ratio will be at 1 :943 - total number of 96 sworn Police officers Mayor Pro Tem Roberts commented on the possibility of the City obtaining additional Police officers through the Indian Gaming Funds. o An additional Student Resource Officer (SRO) for the Temecula Valley Unified School District o Citizens Action Patrol (CAP) Program o Temecula Citizen Corps (TCC) Program o All Fire engines now have paramedics on each City engine team . Revenue Excess Sharing in Temecula (REST) o Contribution will increase to $4.85 million . City's contribution to supplement the Measure C Special Tax . If Special Tax paid 100% for all parks and recreation programs/activities it would cost each resident $166 per home per year, instead of $63.44 . Additional Budget Highlights o 7.5 new authorized positions o 6 reclass positions o Implementation of MOU o Will commit $1.8 million to the five-year Capital Improvement Program (CIP) . Five-Year General Fund Projection o Projecting revenues will balance with City's expenditures in five years after considering the impacts of the CIP o Based on current State Budget information Community Services District . Total proposed revenues $16,564,233 oRates & Charges increased by $495,000 (for Redhawk) . Total proposed expenditures $16,795,386 oRates & Charges increased by $463,000 (for Redhawk) . REST/Special Tax - Rate per Household o $102.58 - REST- annual savings per home o $ 63.44 - Special Tax . Additional Park and Recreation Facilities/Programs o Old Town Temecula Community Theater - early Fall 2005 . Estimated expenditures $632,000 . Estimated revenues $226,000 o Patricia H. Birdsall Sports Park - 43-acre park o Annexation of Redhawk Parks - 4 additional parks o Roripaugh Ranch Open Space and Trails o Summer Months Activities and Recreation in Temecula (SMART) R:IMinutesl051805 2 I o Move Nights . Moonlight Movies in the Park o Fitness in Temecula (F.I.T.) Program o Cultural Arts Program o Establish Project Park Ranger Program . Suggested by Mayor Comerchero to explore an apprenticeship program RedeveloDment Aaencv . Total proposed revenues $14,652,870 $12,714,285 . Total proposed expenditures . Budget Highlights o ERAF Shift - $770,000 o Residential Improvement Program - $350,000 o Fayade Improvement Program - $ 75,000 o Old Town Specific Plan Implementation - $185,000 Commenting on the improvements made at the Ranch Meadows condominium project, Mayor Comerchero requested that staff explore a possible upgrade of the condominium project sign. For Mayor Pro Tem Roberts, Director of Housing and Redevelopment Meyer advised that the Residential Improvement Program is a City-wide program ($5,000 per household), participation based on household income threshold. I COUNCIL/DISTRICT/AGENCY BUSINESS 2 Review of the Proposed FY 2006-10 Capitallmorovement Proaram RECOMMENDATION: 2.1 Review and discuss the proposed FY 2006-10 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and provide direction to staff as appropriate. I By way of a PowerPoint presentation, City Manager Nelson reviewed the proposed 2006-2010 CIP Budget, noting the following: . 80 projects = $309,775,060 million o approximately $272,177,231 million are funded of which circulation projects represent 64%, public facilities 20%, parks 10%, and RDA 6% . Major Traffic Circulation Improvement Projects o French Valley Interchange - Phase 1 . Interim Southbound Off-Ram . Auxiliary Lane . Santa Gertrudis Creek Bridge Widening o 1-15/79 South Ultimate Interchange . Acquired all necessary right-of-way o Rancho California Road Widening/Old Town Front Street to southbound 1-15/Median Modifications from 1-15 to Ynez Road o Pechanga Parkway CFD Improvements o State Route 79 South Medians R:IMinutesl051805 3 I I I o Diaz Road Realignment o Pavement Management Program - on-going commitment o Main Street Bridge o Overland Drive Extension o Pauba Road Improvements - Phase II o Butterfield Stage Road CFD For Mayor Comerchero, Public Works Director Hughes confirmed that intersection improvements will occur at the Moraga Road/Rancho California Road intersection with Mr. Comerchero recommending the extension of the left-turn pocket onto Moraga Road. For Councilman Washington, Public Works Director Hughes advised that the existing measures are interim measures but noted that staff would explore his concern at northbound on Ynez Road to westbound Winchester Road, noting that the left-turn lane on the east does not accurately line up with the traffic light. . Pubic Facilities Projects o Old Town Community Theater - opening Fall 2005 o Fire Stations - Wolf Creek (design phase almost completed) and Roripaugh (currently under construction) - 100% paid for by new development fees or by Riverside County o Temecula Public Library - scheduled completion date by end of summer of 2006 year o Maintenance Facility Expansion/Field Operations Center - finalizing design plans o Civic Center/Plaza Master Plan . Parks & Recreation o Patricia H. Birdsall Sports Park - scheduled for completion early summer of 2006 o Redhawk Park Improvements o Roripaugh Ranch Trails o Temecula Community Center Expansion on Pujol Street - utilize CDBG funds to add 3,000 square feet o Dog Park at Long Canyon Creek Park . Mayor Pro Tem Roberts noted that this matter should be reviewed by the Community Services Commission; dog park should be located closer to residences that may not have sufficient space for a dog to ensure adequate use of the park; . Concurring with Mayor Pro Tem Roberts' comment, Councilman Washington recommended that the Community Services Commission review the matter; suggested to explore more than one location and that locations that are convenient to a community; . Mayor Comerchero concurred with the above-mentioned comments and suggested the exploration of providing a dog park in all future City parks; o Vail Ranch Middle School - basketball court lighting For Councilman Washington, Community Services Director Parker advised that the undeveloped parcel adjacent to Pablo Apis Park will be inherited by the City as a result of annexation and will be properly designed. City Manager Nelson noted that the City will be receiving $173,000 in Quimby fees which could potentially be programmed to offset initial improvement costs for this site. Councilman Washington requested that the three-rail split fencing for the Ronald Reagan Sports Park along Margarita Road be extended onto Pauba Road. City Manager Nelson suggested that this request be included with the Pauba Road Improvements. Mayor Comerchero R:IMinutesl051805 4 I I I recommended that thought be given to the ultimate use of the corner property at Margarita/Pauba Roads. . Redevelopment o Temecula Education Center o Old Town Mixed-Use Housing o Old Town Identification Sign o Old Town Parking Opportunities o Historic Site Relocation (Escallier House) Councilman Washington thanked Director of Housing and Redevelopment Meyer and staff for its creative and innovative ideas with regard to mixed-use housing in Old Town. With regard to the City-owned property at Santiago Road and Ynez Road, City Manager Nelson, for Councilwoman Edwards, suggested the possibility of a passive park which would not be intrusive to the neighbors but would be aesthetically pleasing, noting that, in the near future, this property would be explored in more detail. Concurring with the use of a passive park, Councilman Washington suggested partnering with the community for a short-term measure - such as a neighborhood beautification project. Councilwoman Edwards suggested the thought of a regional park - one not necessarily geared toward accommodating sports. Mayor Pro Tem Roberts suggested that the property be buffered with trees and flowers in order to aesthetically enhance its appearance. Mayor Comerchero recommended that this matter as well as the Margarita/Pauba Roads corner property and any other City-owned property be forwarded to the Community Services Commission for review. Mayor Comerchero thanked City Manager Nelson, Finance Director Roberts, the Finance Department staff, the Public Works Department, the Community Services Department, and the Redevelopment Agency on a job well done. In closing, Mr. Comerchero advised that the City Council will be addressing the budget for final action at the June 14, 2005, City Council meeting. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT City Manager Nelson thanked Finance Director Roberts and the Finance Department staff as well as the other Departments on its dedicated efforts and efficiency of completing these budget documents and commended the City Council for its leadership. CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORT There being no Closed Session, Assistant City Attorney Curley noted that there was nothing to report. R:IMinutesl051805 5 I ADJOURNMENT At 2:09 P.M., the City Council meeting was formally adjourned to Tuesday, May 24, 2005, at 7:00 P.M., in the City Council Chambers, 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula, California. ATTEST:. Jeff Comerchero, Mayor [SEAL] I I R:IMinutesl051805 6